PRCC computer recommendations

Here at PRCC, we know that many of you want to bring your own computer to campus. Here are some helpful recommendations to ensure that your device is optimized for use on all of PRCC’s campuses.

We have what you need at the Wildcat Den!

The Wildcat Den (PRCC’s bookstore) offers several laptop configurations which are known to work well with the educational software and electronic textbooks in use at PRCC. Some forms of financial aid can also be used to purchase computers from the bookstore.

Make sure you have the right web browser & software

We recommend that Firefox or Chrome be installed.

» Firefox is available for free at www.firefox.com

» Chrome is available for free at www.chrome.com

We also highly recommend to have a smartphone for multi-factor authentication.

FREE Microsoft Office

Microsoft Office 365 is available to PRCC students. Once you have a schedule, you can register for and install this software package.

» Office 365 can be accessed for free at prcc.edu/about/office-of-informationtechnology/

» This offers a savings of roughly $80/year

» The registration link can be found to the bottom left of the webpage

Computer Specifications

If you do not wish to purchase a computer from the Wildcat Den bookstore, the following list of hardware should be used as a guide to ensure the hardware you plan to use meets the recommended minimums.

» Dual Core Processor

» 8 GB DDR3 1600 MHz RAM

» 802.11 AC Wi-Fi Adapter

» Webcam

» Windows 10 64 Bit

» 128 GB HDD

» Bluetooth

Chromebooks are not supported in most classes at PRCC because of their limitations. It’s highly recommended that students use an updated Windows computer or Mac.

Stay Covered With A Warranty

Due to how often a personal computer is used as part of the higher education learning process and because accidents happen, we recommend an upgraded warranty that includes coverage for accidental damage.